Vallejo Weekly | Vol 12 | Issue 12

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Hello, Vallejo!

The City Council and Staff had a very productive Team Building meeting on Monday at the Filipino Community Center.   The Mayor and Councilmembers sat at different tables with myself and Department Heads while sharing ideas with each other and our City consultant on how to better serve you, the residents of Vallejo.  Some of the City’s strengths that Council and Staff collectively agreed upon were diversity and a caring Community that wants to help, while some challenges facing Vallejo included improving Public Safety and attracting and retaining Staff.  These are areas we have known about and will continue to work on but it was nice to engage and exchange desires and perceptions on topics important to building a strong team.

Please see the article in this Weekly for more details about our Team Building event which was open to the public.  I want to thank Council and Staff for continuing to actively engage with each other and support each other as we try to build a better and safer Vallejo!

Respectfully,

Mike Malone Vallejo City Manager

Team Building for Vallejo’s Vision!

A lively group of about thirty City Staff members and Councilmembers mingled together at the Filipino Community Center bright and early Monday morning to discuss and learn ways to better serve the City of Vallejo.  After a short ice breaker where the group learned who rides horses, plays an instrument or who has vacationed in Hawaii, the group got to work on heavier issues that should be addressed in Vallejo and many areas that should be celebrated in the City.  The consultant for the event had the

group focus on areas for success such as Honesty, Communication, Consistency, Streamlining work and being Respectful towards each other. With six City Managers within the past eight years, the Council and Staff Department Heads agreed there must be more focus on Building Trust and the Council asked for more educational opportunities to learn about City process and time needed for Staff reports, etc.  The Council and Staff will receive summaries of areas covered in the Monday meeting and vowed with a thumbs up Monday that they’re committed to working together in improving the future of Vallejo.

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Vallejo Fire Department

Undergoes Rescue Training

Each month, the Vallejo Fire Department focuses its training on a different skillset. For the month of March, our firefighters have set their focus on the continual improvement of technical rescue capabilities.

Seen here, our Vallejo Firefighters underwent a series of simulated hillside rescues across the steep terrain to the northeast of Vallejo proper. Utilizing ropes systems, harnesses and medical equipment, firefighters can quickly access an injured patient, package him/her and begin extraction to either a staged ambulance or medical helicopter.

Senior Water Treatment Plant Operator

CLOSES: April 12, 2024

DEPARTMENT: Water

SALARY: $98,320.77 - $119,509.10 Annually

Brief Description / Ideal Candidate

This is the advanced journey level classification in the Water Treatment Plant Operator series. Employees in this classification have successfully obtained their Grade T4 and demonstrated their ability to perform and lead others in the full range of responsibilities involved in the operation and maintenance of a serviceable water supply through the City's transmission, distribution facilities, water treatment plants and sludge dewatering facility, without direction. Incumbents function with a high degree of autonomy to apply advanced concepts and expertise in specific areas to resolve issues/problems that are often of a unique nature without precedent and/or structure. Assignments may include formulating strategies and making recommendations for improved processes and allocation of resources. This classification is distinguished from Water Treatment Plant Supervisor in that the latter is a first-line supervisory classification responsible for the direct supervision and development of assigned staff, planning, goal implementation, policy development, assisting with budget preparation, as well as managing the day-to-day operations of an assigned treatment plant.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING GUIDELINES

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of four (4) years of experience working in water treatment operations, with at least two (2) of those years working at a journey-level with a Grade T3 certification, equivalent to the Water Treatment Plant Operator with the City of Vallejo.

EDUCATION:

• Equivalent to completion of the twelfth (12th) grade.

• Successful completion of relevant courses required in order to obtain and maintain Grade T4 certification from the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB).

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE:

• Possession of, and ability to maintain, a valid driver’s license.

• Possession of, and ability to maintain, a Water Treatment Plant Operator Grade T4 Certification issued by the California State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB). Failure to maintain appropriate certification throughout employment for this classification will result in termination of employment.

• Possession of, or the ability to obtain and maintain, current and valid certifications for Hazardous Materials Technician, Confined Space Entry, CPR/First Aid, and Fork Lift Safety.

Vallejo Firefighter of the Year

Vallejo Firefighter Brett Bullock was honored this past week by the Rotary Clubs of Solano County as Firefighter of the Year. Firefighter Bullock was selected by his peers for this honor based on his character and integrity, which serve as a standard to which all Vallejo Firefighters strive to reach.

Brett has been employed by the Vallejo Fire Department for seven years, however his time as a Fire Explorer with Vallejo began long before at the age of 14. Brett’s significant experience has gained him a position on Vallejo’s Urban Search & Rescue Team (US&R), a role as an academy instructor, and a representative on the department’s Joint Apprenticeship Committee.

MIT Academy’s Mock Trial Team competing in State Finals

This coming March 22, a team of first-year mock trial participants from Mare Island Technology (MIT) Academy will bear the flag high and represent the City of Vallejo and Solano County in the Mock Trial State Finals in Los Angeles. The three-day competition will feature teams from 36 counties to present on a fictitious homicide trial, People v. Clark. Each school will have a prosecution and defense team, as well as a cast of witnesses, a bailiff, and a clerk.

The journey to the State Finals has not been without challenges for the MIT Academy Mock Trial team, which is in its inaugural year. The program is the product of a grant awarded to MIT Academy to start a Specialized Second Program in the Career Technical Education area of Public Services/Legal Services. The grant was awarded in 2021 and MIT Academy used the funding to start a Mock Trial team as a companion program

to support the Justice and the Law program.

Recruiting students for the program was the first challenge. Nara Robert, the teacher coordinator and coach for the team, tapped her daughter, Alexis Caligiuri, to help recruit students. Caligiuri, who is an Associate Attorney at Covington & Burling LLP, was a mock trial participant in high school. In fact, she started the mock trial team at Novato High while she was a student there and helped successfully lead her team to a secondplace finish in Marin County. Caligiuri visited MIT Academy and shared her mock trial team experience with the students and her vision for the team. Her enthusiasm brought more than 40 students to the first meeting. Many students expressed interest in joining the program, but ultimately the team selected consisted of three (3) seniors, two (2) juniors, five (5) sophomores, and eight (8) freshmen.

The challenges did not end with the recruitment of students. Since many students were new to the field of law, Robert recalls how in the beginning, some students did not even know the difference between prosecution and defense.

Robert, along with her team of coaches and volunteers, worked with the students after school and on weekends to help equip them with the legal acumen to present their case with confidence. Mock trial coaches include Caligiuri; Elizabeth Ring, a former prosecutor for Solano County; Kristoffer Jacob, Assistant City Attorney for the City of Vallejo. Veronica Nebb, the City Attorney for the City of Vallejo; and Xareni Ortega, an MIT Academy alumna. Parents also volunteered their time to help coach the mock trial team.

The next challenge came in putting all the hard work together and presenting their case. Thankfully, neighboring counties of Napa and Sonoma already had established mock trial programs and were running scrimmages between schools. The schools agreed to allow MIT Academy to compete in the scrimmages. The final part of putting all the facts and arguments together was not easy, especially when facing fierce competitors, some of whom have been doing mock trial for four (4) years. MIT Academy faced off against schools that have been in the State Finals before, such as Justin-Siena High School, which has won the right to represent Napa County in the State Finals for ten (10) years now.

Students at MIT Academy were not daunted by the great odds stacked against them, and judges and scorers at the scrimmages recognized the resilience and competitive spirits of the students. In particular, Bryan Herrera (prosecution), Natalia Tiburcio (prosecution), and Mariacristina Prado Nunez (defense) were recognized by the opposing teams as the Most Valuable Players (MVP) during their respective scrimmages. The defense-led Mariacristina Prano Nunez, Vincent Hartman-Baker, and James Maravilla, as pretrial attorney, also secured a non-guilty verdict.

However, the success of the individual attorneys recognized as MVP and the defense victory would not have been possible without all the hard work and commitment that their cast of witnesses, bailiff, and clerk put in to present the best case possible for MIT Academy.

While the program is funded by grant money, the ultimate success of the program has depended in large part on the generosity of volunteer individuals, such as Robert, Caligiuri, Ring, Jacob, Nebb, Ortega, and parents who have coached the students and provided them with breakfast and lunch during practices. Razak Yekrang-Moss and Caligiuri’s firm were also instrumental in providing each student with professional clothes to wear for competitions thanks to a clothing drive. The continued generosity of the community is welcomed. If you would like to contribute, support, or learn more about the program, please contact Nara Robert at nrobert@mitacademy.org

The community is also welcome to attend an upcoming special recognition of the dedication and achievements of the MIT Academy Mock Trial team at the April 9, 2024 Vallejo City Council meeting in Council Chambers at City Hall, located at 555 Santa Clara Street. The meeting is scheduled to start at 7:00 p.m. and can be viewed in person or online. More information is available on the City of Vallejo Website.

The journey is not over for MIT Academy as the students continue to prepare for the State Finals Competition this weekend. The competition will be from March 22 through March 24. So, let’s cheer on the MIT Academy Mock Trial team and wish this group of brave, determined, and resilient students much success, as they represent MIT Academy, the City of Vallejo, and Solano County in the State Finals!

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City of Vallejo Volunteers

Plant Trees on Mare Island Preserve

The City of Vallejo, in partnership with The Student Conservation Association, Solano CVNL, members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, hosted a wellplanned tree planting event over the St Patrick’s Day weekend. Over 30 volunteers planted a mix of 52 Live Oak and California Buckeyes near the parking lot that will provide shade and respite for the year round wildlife as well as some species of migratory birds who come thru our area during the Pacific Flyway.

Planting trees has numerous benefits for both the environment and society as a whole. Trees play a vital role in the ecosystem by providing oxygen, absorbing carbon dioxide, and improving air quality. They also help to prevent soil erosion, provide habitat for wildlife, and contribute to the overall health of our planet.

One of the key benefits of planting trees is their ability to combat climate change. Trees absorb carbon dioxide from atmosphere through the process of photosynthesis, helping to reduce the levels of greenhouse gases that are contributing to global warming. By planting more trees, we can help to offset carbon emissions and mitigate the effects of climate change, improving air quality,

and create a healthier environment for people and wildlife to enjoy.

In addition to their environmental benefits, trees also have a positive impact on society. Trees provide shade, helping to reduce the urban heat island effect and lower energy costs for buildings. They also have been shown to have a calming effect on people, reducing stress and improving mental health.

Furthermore, trees provide economic benefits as well. They can increase property values, attract tourists, and create jobs in industries such as forestry, landscaping, and eco-tourism. By investing in tree planting initiatives, communities can stimulate economic growth and create sustainable sources of income for future generations.

In conclusion, the benefits of planting trees are vast and far-reaching. From combating climate change and improving air quality to enhancing the well-being of society and creating economic opportunities, trees play a crucial role in shaping a sustainable future for our planet. It is essential that we continue to prioritize tree planting efforts and work together to preserve and protect our precious natural resources.

If you would like to volunteer for opportunities in the City of Vallejo, please email specialevents@ cityofvallejo.net

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REMINDER: CALTRANS ADVISORY

STATE ROUTE-37 SOLANO PAVEMENT REPAIR PROJECT:

55 HR. FULL HIGHWAY CLOSURES ON STATE ROUTE-37

BETWEEN STATE ROUTE-29 (VALLEJO) AND STATE ROUTE-121 (SONOMA)

WEEKENDS OF APRIL 12, APRIL 19, APRIL 26, & MAY 3, 2024

STARTS FRIDAY, APRIL 12 AT 9:00 PM

SOLANO and SONOMA COUNTIES – Caltrans

is scheduled to alternately close eastbound and westbound State Route 37 (SR-37) on four consecutive weekends starting the weekend of Friday, April 12, 2024. During the 55-hour weekend full highway closures, Caltrans will perform major pavement repair work on eastbound and westbound SR-37 between Solano and Sonoma counties. One traffic direction on SR-37 will be worked on at a time. Detours will be in effect. All work is weather dependent.

WESTBOUND (WB) SR-37 FULL HIGHWAY CLOSURES AT SR-29 (Vallejo) to SR-121 (Sonoma)

WEEKENDS OF APRIL 12 and APRIL 19:

Weekend closure on WB SR-37 is scheduled on

the weekend of April 12 & April 19. WB SR-37 will be closed and traffic detoured beginning at the WB SR-37 Connector Off-ramp to SR-29 in Vallejo.

Closures will start Friday April 12 at 9:00 PM. and conclude on the following Monday, April 15 at 4:00 AM.

The following weekend, closures will start Friday, April 19 at 9:00 PM and conclude the following Monday, April 22 at 4:00 AM.

WB SR-37 DETOUR:

Motorists traveling westbound on SR-37 will need to exit right onto northbound SR-29 (Sonoma Blvd) in Vallejo and continue on NB SR-29 (Broadway) in American Canyon to SR29/SR-12; then turn left and continue on SR-12/ SR-121 (Carneros Hwy/Fremont Dr); turn left on SR-121 (Arnold Drive) and make a right back onto WB SR-37.

EASTBOUND SR-37 FULL HIGHWAY CLOSURES AT SR-121 (Sonoma) to SR-29 (Vallejo) WEEKENDS OF April 26 and May 3:

Weekend closures on eastbound (EB) SR-37 is scheduled on the weekend of April 26 & May 3. EB SR-37 will be closed and traffic detoured beginning at the NB SR-121 (Sears Point) in

Sonoma.

Closures will start Friday April 26 at 10:00 PM. and conclude on the following Monday April 29 at 5:00 AM.

The following weekend, closures will start Friday, May 3 at 10:00 PM and conclude on the following Monday, May 6 at 5:00 AM.

EB SR-37 DETOUR:

Motorists traveling eastbound on SR-37 will need to exit left onto northbound SR-121 in Sonoma; Make a right on SR-12/SR-121(Carneros Hwy) and continue; Right on SR-12/SR-29; Enter left for the connector loop Off-ramp back to EB SR-37.

Please note that all work is weather dependent. The weekends of May 3 and May 10, 2024 are scheduled as contingency if any scheduled work is delayed or postponed.

If you have a question or want to share a concern about the project, please call the SR-37 Pave Project Hotline (510) 286-0319.

You can also learn more about the SR-37 Paving Project on our Caltrans Bay Area project webpage at; www.37pave.com

Supporting Economic Vitality for Small Business Owners

In partnership with American Express, the Backing Small Businesses grant program supports economically vulnerable and underresourced small businesses with community reach. This year, eligible small business owners can apply for $10,000 grants for projects that grow or improve their businesses by building community, supporting their economic viability, or bolstering meaningful change.

Applications will be accepted from 9:00 am CT on March 14, 2024, through 11:59 pm CT on April 7,

2024. The application period will end once 5,000 applications have been submitted, even if that occurs before the deadline.

PROGRAM TIMELINE

• Applications Open on 9 a.m. CT on March 14, 2024

• Applications Close at 11:59 p.m. CT on April 7, 2024 (or once 5,000 applications have been submitted, if that occurs before April 7, so early submitting is encouraged)

• Grant Recipients Notified by mid-June 2024

• Grant Reports Due by September 16, 2024

World Water Day

The United Nations celebrates “World Water Day” (March 22) every year to raise awareness and help the global water crisis. This year’s theme is, “Water for Peace” to raise awareness about communities and nations experiencing water crises, including water scarcity, water accessibility, and water pollution.

“When water is scarce or polluted, or when people have unequal or no access, tensions can rise between communities and countries,” the United Nations explains. We are fortunate in the City of Vallejo to have access to clean and safe drinking water; this is not the case for the two billion people around the planet who don’t have that access.

The idea of “Water for Peace” is a great example of what many of us feel and ask when we are witness to any global humanitarian crisis: “I’m just one person. What can I do to help?”

Together, we can start local. We can make efforts in our own homes to use water carefully. This will directly impact our community by saving water and showing children how to be good stewards of natural and precious resources.

Other ways you can help include:

Conserving water. Seemingly small actions individually can have big impacts collectively. For example, a family of four who turns off the faucet while they’re brushing their teeth can save 11,000 gallons of water – and 13% on their water bill. Actions like switching to drought-resistant landscaping, capturing rainwater, and turning off a dripping faucet all add up and make a difference.

Joining a group or get involved! Organizations like the Vallejo Watershed Alliance and the Solano Resource Conservation District offer watershed cleanups you can join. Community groups and classrooms can take tours of Vallejo’s water treatment plant at Fleming Hill. (Call 707-6484493 to schedule a tour in the 2023-2024 school year.)

Voting! From local to national politics, 2024 offers choices in leaders who represent your needs on, among other things, water service and the water infrastructure and stewardship necessary to keep it accessible and safe!

As the United Nations says about World Water Day, “We all have a part to play.”

NOTICE OF DOCUMENT AVAILABILITY, PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD, AND PUBLIC HEARING

AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF VALLEJO

NOTICE OF DOCUMENT AVAILABILITY, PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD, AND PUBLIC HEARING FOR PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR (FY) 2024-25 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, INCLUDING PROPOSED FY 2024-25 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS (HOME) PROGRAM

2024 HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER PROGRAM ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN REVISIONS

DATE OF NOTICE: December 23, 2023

FUNDING ALLOCATIONS

DATE OF NOTICE: Friday, March 22, 2024

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Kenneth Torres, Administrative Analyst I (707) 649-5417 , Kenneth.Torres@cityofvallejo.net

STAFF CONTACT: Chari Francisco, Administrative Manager (707) 553-7204, chari.francisco@ cityofvallejo.net

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provides guidance on the way the federally funded Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program must be administered in the form of federal regulations. Some of these regulations allow Housing Authorities to establish their own policies to better work within local market conditions. Where Housing Authorities have this flexibility, HUD requires them to maintain an Administrative Plan that details how these policies will be addressed.

The Annual Action Plan, required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), is a one-year plan for applying available funding to the community development and affordable housing needs identified in the City of Vallejo’s FY 2020-21 through FY 2024-25 Five Year Consolidated Plan.

DOCUMENT AVAILABILITY

Staff anticipates that the City will receive $1,035,447 in CDBG Program funds and $5,000 of projected CDBG Program income, and $561,954 in HOME Program funds and $100,000 of projected HOME Program income, in FY 2024-25, or beginning July 1, 2024. HUD has not yet officially notified the City of its exact FY 2024-25 CDBG Program and HOME Program allocation amounts. The Housing and Community Development Commission Ad Hoc Committee and staff recommend that the City increase or decrease, proportionately, all proposed activity budgets from the estimated funding levels to match the FY 2024-25 CDBG Program and HOME Program actual allocation amounts that are received by HUD, as necessary.

The Housing Authority of the City of Vallejo (HACV) is releasing proposed updates to the 2024 HCV Program Administrative Plan for public comment. A summary of proposed changes and the full proposed 2024 HCV Program Administrative Plan will be available for review beginning December 23, 2023, online at www.cityofvallejo.net under Our City, City Government, Vallejo Housing Authority, Vallejo Housing Authority Document Library, Administrative Plan, and at the HACV office located at 200 Georgia Street , Vallejo, CA 94590 during the hours of 9:00 a.m. through 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. through 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday The HACV encourages and welcomes all program participants and the community-at-large to review the proposed updates to the 2024 HCV Program Administrative Plan .

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD

DOCUMENT AVAILABILITY

The public comment period begins December 23, 2023, and goes on through January 4, 2024 . All comments must be received by Thursday, January 4, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.

Written comments may be submitted via:

1. Email: kenneth.torres@cityofvallejo.net , or

2. Mail: Attention: Kenneth Torres, 200 Georgia St., Vallejo, CA 94590, or

3. Office Dropbox or Counter: Attention: Kenneth Torres, 200 Georgia St., Vallejo, CA 94590 , or

4. Fax: (707) 648-5249

PUBLIC HEARING

Beginning Friday, March 22, 2024, the draft FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan, and the proposed FY 202425 CDBG Program and HOME Program funding allocations, will be available to the public for review and comment on the City’s website online at www.cityofvallejo.net under “Our City, Housing and Community Development, Housing and Community Development, Document Library, Annual Action Plans” and at the Housing and Community Development Department office located at 200 Georgia Street, Vallejo, CA 94590 during the hours of 9:00 a.m. through 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. through 4:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The Housing and Community Development Department encourages and welcomes the community-at-large to review the draft FY 2024-25 Annual Action Plan, and the proposed FY 2024-25 CDBG Program and HOME Program funding allocations.

The Housing Authority Board of the City of Vallejo will hold a public hearing at a special meeting to receive comments and adopt the proposed changes to the Administrative Plan on January 23, 2024, at 6:45 p.m. at the Vallejo City Council Chambers located at 555 Santa Clara St., Vallejo CA 94590

PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD

The public comment period begins March 22, 2024, and goes on through April 23, 2024. All comments must be received by Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.

WRITTEN COMMENTS MAY BE SUBMITTED VIA:

1. Email: chari.francisco@cityofvallejo.net, or

2. Mail: Attention: Chari Francisco, 200 Georgia St., Vallejo, CA 94590, or

3. Office Dropbox or Counter: Attention: Chari Francisco, 200 Georgia St., Vallejo, CA 94590, or

4. Fax: (707) 648-5249

PUBLIC HEARING

On Thursday, April 4, 2024, after 7:00 p.m., the Housing and Community Development (HCD) Commission of the City of Vallejo will hold a public hearing during a regular meeting on the proposed Annual Action Plan for FY 2024-25, (July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025). This meeting will be held in the Council Chambers of City Hall, at 555 Santa Clara Street, Vallejo, CA.

During the April 4th hearing, the HCD Commission will receive input from the public on the FY 202425 Annual Action Plan, and the FY 2024-25 CDBG Program and HOME Program funding allocations as recommended by an Ad Hoc Committee and staff. Immediately after the hearing, the HCD Commission will make its recommendations to the Vallejo City Council. This item is scheduled for consideration and action by the City Council at its regular meeting after 7:00 p. m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.

The City of Vallejo provides its programs and services in a non-discriminatory manner, and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City of Vallejo also encourages women and minority-owned businesses to submit bids and proposals for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and HOME Investment Partnerships Program contracts. For further information, contact the City of Vallejo Housing and Community Development Department at (707) 648-4507. For further information on this public notice, the hearing-impaired may call the California Relay Service at 1-800-7352922 without a TTY/TDD, or 1-800-735-2929 with a TTY/TTD.

Pets of the week

AJAX

Domestic short hair, male, young

Introducing Ajax!

This adorable 11-month-old male Russian Blue mix kitten is energetic, curious, and highly affectionate. At his foster home, Ajax gets along with other cats and children, and he has even had some exposure to dogs. Ajax's only nemesis is paper — in all its forms — but he especially loves to shred paper towels and toilet paper! Ajax loves to play as much as he enjoys snuggling, so he needs a family who will give him lots of love, stimulation, and attention.

To set up a meet and greet with Ajax, go to HSNB.org and fill out our cat adoption interest application.

CHANCE

CHANCE

German Shepherd dog, male, adult

Meet Chance! This dashing 5-year-old German Shepherd came to the shelter as a stray in an extremely emaciated condition. But he's quite healthy now, weighing in at 95 pounds! Chance is a very smart dog. He walks well on a leash and knows basic commands (sit, down, shake) and he waits upon command at a street or driveway for crossing. He enjoys playing fetch and even catches the ball in mid-air! With proper, supervised introductions, Chance would do fine in a home with a female dog friend around his age. Chance loves playing in the yard with his best dog friend Ari (HSNB Alum). He acts like a puppy with her; staff and volunteers agree it's adorable. This sweet, funny, amazing guy has been at our shelter for over a year, and those of us who know Chance can't understand why. If you want to give Chance a safe, loving forever home, go to HSNB.org and fill out our dog adoption interest application.

NOW Hiring

ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST I/II

(RECYCLING COORDINATOR)

Closes: April 5, 2024

Salary: $81,529.97 - $115,116.56

INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN I/II (WATER DEPARTMENT)

Closes: April 5, 2024

Salary: $76,024.62 - $102,625.33

PLANT MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

(WATER DEPARTMENT)

Closes: April 8, 2024

Salary: $106,764.94 - $129,773.70

THE CITY OF VALLEJO BROADBAND SERVICE VALLEJONET IS NOW VIP FIBER

The City of Vallejo is excited to announce that its municipal broadband service, formerly "VallejoNet," has been rebranded as "VIP Fiber."

This rebranding initiative is part of the City's ongoing efforts to position Vallejo as a hub for technological innovation and to reflect its commitment to providing high-quality, reliable internet service to its residents and businesses.

Community-owned ISPs are driven by the needs and interests of the local residents rather than profit-driven motives. The profits generated stay within the community, promoting local growth, job creation, and economic development. VIP is committed to upholding net neutrality principles, ensuring everyone enjoys a level playing field on the internet.

Local businesses currently using VIP include Brooks & Co. Real Estate, Kindred Motorworks, Aardvarks Adventureland, Better Chew Kitchen, Suite Treatments Inc., and many more! You, too, can be a part of VIP.

Learn more about your local ISP and request a quote today to experience the premium internet service offered by VIP Fiber and join Vallejo in its mission to lead technological advancements in the region while enjoying fast and affordable internet!

Stay updated with the latest news, updates, events, and more on our social media accounts on Instagram and Facebook!

Check your availability today at www.vipfiber.com

Community Meeting

PleasejoinusforapresentationoftheDRAFTLandUsePlanforMareIsland. MareIslandCo.,withtheCityofVallejoandHOKArchitectswillbesharingthe plantocreateacompletecommunity.Thedraftplanhasbeendevelopedwith communityinput,expertconsultantstudies,andreflectstheeconomic developmentgoalsoftheCityofVallejo.Wewillsharethevision,program, phasing,andthenextstepsforthedraftingoftheSpecificPlan.

Theformatofthismeetingwillbeapresentationwithopportunityfor questionsattheend,heldin-personattheVallejoNaval&HistoricalMuseum. ArecordingofthepresentationwillbeavailableontheMareIslandCo. website,postedwiththepresentationsfromallpastcommunitymeetings.

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Doorsopen:5:30pm

Presentation:6:00pm-8:00pm

RSVPforin-personpresentationorviaZoomat:

https://MarchCommunityMeeting.eventbrite.com

Questions?Email:MareIslandProjectManager@Gmail.com

The Vallejo Symphony concludes its 91st season

BY PRESENTING TWO PERFORMANCES OF GEORGE GERSHWIN’S OPERA, PORGY AND BESS.

This is the first time an opera has been presented at the Empress Theatre, and the Vallejo Symphony will be performing a version arranged by the legendary Hollywood composer Russell Garcia. His arrangement of Porgy and Bess was made famous by the 1958 Verve Records recording featuring Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong. This was the third and final album that Russ arranged and conducted for the pair, and the recording won the Grammy Hall of Fame Award in 2001.

Collaborating with the orchestra is Vallejo’s Verismo Opera. Artistic Director Eliza O’Malley will be directing the production in collaboration with East Bay Centre for the Performing Arts graduate Heaven Robinson. The Oakland Jazz Choir will be lending their exquisite voices to the classic closejazz harmonies in these performances. The principal singers for this historic performance include the elite Jazz vocalist Tiffany Austin and celebrated baritones, Bradley Kynard and Robert Sims.

VSO Music Director Marc Taddei states that “This historic performance will appeal to lovers of classical music and opera, lovers of jazz, and lovers of the golden age of Hollywood. Russ Garcia’s arrangement of George Gershwin’s masterpiece is one of the earliest jazz-inspired versions of the work, and we are thrilled to bring this extraordinary masterpiece to life on the stage of the Empress Theatre.”

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Join in the fun with a variety of events for youth and families brought to you by the Greater Vallejo Recreation District (GVRD). GVRD is a separate government agency from the City of Vallejo that provides parks and recreation programs for children, families, and seniors in Vallejo. GVRD operates primarily by means of locally controlled funding and receives revenue from fees for services, park entrances, programs, and facility rentals. Grants and park dedication permit fees assist in the provision for new park development projects and ongoing maintenance.

The GVRD Main Office (registrations & reservations) is temporarily relocated to Cunningham Aquatic Complex (801 Heartwood Ave). Open M-F 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. All GVRD Board & Committee Meetings are held at 401 Amador St (administration, finance, & human resources). The playground at Terrace Park will be closed through April for renovations.

View the GVRD Spring 2024 Activity Guide for more programs, events, classes and activities.

To pre-register for events or for more information, visit www.gvrd.org, call (707) 648-4600, or email recreation@gvrd.org.

Vallejo’s First Annual Earth

Daze Festival

Embodying the importance of sustainability and encouraging an active lifestyle with outdoor activities bringing the community together at no cost, the Earth Daze Festival is the kick-off of Vallejo’s 2024 event season! Guests can expect to find a toe-tapping live entertainment stage, delicious food, Battle Bots by Obtanium Works, and lots of fun activities for the kids.

Interested in being a vendor? APPLY HERE

WHEN:

Sat, Apr 27, 2024 - 10:00 am to 4:00 pm

WHERE:

Downtown Vallejo – 300 Block of Virginia and 600 Block of Marin